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What it means: Hampton anticipates receiving a NH DOT Highway Grant that helps to maintain Class IV and Class V “highways” (basically compact sections of town roads). Funds are applied to specific projects identified by DPW and approved by the Board of Selectmen. Identifying projects is a fluid process, as many factors can affect priority and feasibility. However, the expected focus of these funds in 2023 includes Old Town Hall parking lot, St. Cyr and Falcone Circle, Roberts Drive, Warner Lane, Rosa Road and Donna Lane.
Those in favor say: This funding helps DPW improve roads that do not have extensive infrastructure issues, but do need of top-level repairs. The work helps to return roads to smooth working order. The cost is expected to be offset by a block grant from NH DOT.
Those against say: No one spoke against Article 14 at Deliberative Session.
Fiscal impact: Cost per thousand dollars of valuation is $0.077. A household valued at $400,000 will see a tax cost of $30.80 in 2023. A similar Article was passed last year, and was part of your tax bill. This year’s number is a little higher, so on a year-to-year basis the increase would be around $10 (as opposed to $30.80).